Ted Kritsonis
Former A/V Writer
Author/Co-Author of 249 articles
A tech journalism vet, Ted covers has written for a number of publications in Canada and the U.S. Ted loves hockey, history, comic books, and cigars, but also gets a kick out of saving people money through smarter tech buying decisions. Well-traveled, spoken, and a nice in a Canadian way, Ted lives and breathes Toronto, but doesn't always write from there.
What you need to listen to lossless audio and Dolby Atmos Music on Apple Music
Apple Music subscribers get spatial audio with Dolby Atmos Music plus lossless tracks up to 24-bit/192Khz. Here's what you need need to listen to them.
Sony WF-C510 review: budget buds for smaller ears
The Sony WF-C510 earbuds are cheap and cheerful if you're cool with what they leave out.
Sony LinkBuds Open review: a new level of open-ear audio
Sony's LinkBuds Open find a way to crack the audio conundrum that comes with open earbuds.
JBL Flip 6 review: Still loud for small crowds
The JBL Flip 6 carries on with a thick layer of bass, and plenty of volume in spite of its size, making it an ideal speaker to take with you wherever you go.
How to switch from Spotify to Apple Music
You don't have to lose all those songs and playlists on your Spotify account when you switch to Apple Music. The process is easier than ever.
1More’s SonoFlow set a new benchmark for $100 wireless headphones
1More's SonoFlow pack great sound, great noise cancellation, and a huge battery into a set of budget-friendly wireless cans. What more could you ask for?
Soundboks 4 review: loud enough for a whole city block
The Soundboks 4 is a refined iteration of the venerable party speaker. Just take care to plan out how long you want to use it on battery.
Nuvyyo Tablo Dual HDMI OTA DVR review: Simple and direct
The Nuvyyo Tablo Dual HDMI OTA DVR rmakes internet connectivity less important, but the direct line to the TV also comes with some sacrifices.
Nuvyyo Tablo review
The Tablo is one of just a handful of over-the-air DVRs that allow users to record free HD television broadcasts using a digital antenna. With unique streaming capabilities and a slick tablet app, this may be the product to beat this year.
Parrot Disco review
The fixed-wing Parrot Disco drone soars through the skies with the grace of a bird and the flair of a plane, putting full control into your hands with a first-person view through a headset.
A closer look at Thin Ice: the magical weight loss vest that siphons heat off your body to burn calories
Startup Thin Ice estimates its wearable vest can burn up to 500-1,000 calories per day simply by wearing it, using a patent-pending cooling technology.
This company wants to ‘holoport’ celebrities as HumaGrams
ARHT media has developed HumaGrams, interactive celebrity holograms designed for commercial use, but destined for your living room.
Logitech Harmony Smart Keyboard Remote review
If you often find yourself cursing at your TV as you hunt and peck out the random characters in your 26-character password, the Harmony Smart Keyboard is the best way to avoid a headache (or aneurism).
Anker Soundcore Sleep A10 review: if they fit right, you’re out for the night
Anker takes its first stab at creating a pair of sleep earbuds in the Soundcore Sleep A10, though you can listen to any audio you want to help you pass out.
Monoprice Sync-ANC review: good sound, with some cut corners
The Monoprice Sync-ANC fall flat when canceling noise, yet otherwise sound good, making these cheaper cans more about the sounds you actually want to hear.
House of Marley Get Together 2 XL review: loud, proud, and made for a crowd
The House of Marley Get Together 2 XL can power a party, but its style makes it a fine choice for any room in your home.
EarFun Air S review: feature-rich budget earbuds
The EarFun Air S have lots of useful features and custom sound, for a great price. Are they the AirPod alternatives for you?
Treblab’s Z7 Pro takes its inspiration from Sony, but its price from Walmart
The Treblab Z7 Pro look like a carbon copy of Sony's WH-1000XM3/4 but cost a fraction of the price. But are they as good? We were surprised by the results.
LG XBoom 360 review: Loud sound and lights for your home
LG literally takes the XBoom 360 full circle with a slick design friendly to any home decor, while also letting you blast tunes from it with real authority.
Monoprice Soundstage 3 Portable review: This box rocks
The Monoprice Soundstage 3 Portable packs a real punch in how it sounds, and offers a variety of ports in the back to connect it to other components.
EarFun UBoom L review
EarFun throws a bone to tighter budgets with the UBoom L, and rewards you with great sound and rugged durability you can enjoy pretty much anywhere you take your tunes with you.
Sony SRS-XE200 review: sweet sound from a small and tough speaker
Sony's SRS-XE200 manages to produce expansive, enjoyable sound from a very robust and portable package. Stereo sound and calling are the cherries on top.
Sony SRS-XG300 review: A great midsized boombox for the beach or backyard parties
The Sony SRS-XG300 takes the power and panache of the XG500 and makes it more portable and more capable, with the addition of voice calling.
Marshall Emberton II and Willen review: A stylish set of Bluetooth speakers you can take anywhere
Marshall's Emberton II and Willen Bluetooth speakers mix retro styling, waterproofing, and sonic pleasure in two different shapes and sizes.
Mifo S ANC review: Tiny and very comfortable, these sport earbuds drop the ball on features
The Mifo S ANC earbuds prioritize comfort and aesthetics, but cost too much considering their lack of EQ and control customizations.
Anker Soundcore’s Sport X10 add ANC and rotating earhooks for a quiet and comfy workout
Anker made the Soundcore Sport X10 for the active crowd, bending those ear hooks enough to fit any pair of ears during vigorous runs or workouts.
Creative Sound BlasterX Katana: Our first take
Like its namesake implies, the Katana slices through just about any audio you send its way with verve, from gaming to music and beyond.
Soundboks Go review: A portable and expandable party powerhouse
The Soundboks Go may be its smallest speaker to date, but it's still a loud party in a box, and it will fit right in anytime you want to draw a crowd.
Edifier Stax Spirit S3 review: Great planar sound at an accessible price
The Edifier Stax Spirit S3 are planar magnetic over-ear headphones that offer stunningly good sound, making their relatively high price seem like a bargain.
Iris Clarity hands-on review: Your personal cone of silence
Turn on Iris Clarity on your computer and you can build an effective and invisible cocoon around you to block out background noise for every virtual call.